Botswana Mining Review Comprehensive Coverage of the Progress and Achievements in the Mining Sector

A shift beyond diamonds is taking shape at Botswana Diamonds after the company was awarded eight prospecting licences spanning about 7 000 km² in north-western Botswana, opening the door to potential copper and gold exploration. The licences, valid until 31 December 2028, were selected following an extensive AI-driven analysis of …

Caledonia Mining Corporation is accelerating its growth strategy with a planned $132 million investment in 2026 to advance development of the Bilboes gold project in Zimbabwe, positioning the asset as a future cornerstone of the company’s portfolio. The proposed spend sits within a broader $162.5 million capital expenditure programme, subject …

By:KEVIN DUBE The ethically sourced artisanal diamonds by GemFair have entered the luxury jewellery market for the first time through a capsule collection launched with De Beers London, marking a milestone in efforts to formalise the artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) sector. The collaboration translates traceability and responsible sourcing into …

LiuGong will return to Mining Indaba 2026 with a clear message for Africa’s mining sector, that sustainability and productivity no longer have to be trade-offs. Building on strong engagement at last year’s event, the global equipment manufacturer will use the Cape Town gathering from 9 to 12 February to highlight …

By : Tshepo Donald  Botswana’s bid to revive its flagging economy has hit a significant roadblock as the national diamond inventory has surged to nearly double its target level. Botswana, which ranks as the world’s second-largest diamond producer after Russia, held a staggering 12 million carats in its vaults at …